Need help on how many watts/ if a psu will run with p4

[juicyrooter]

hi,
I am building a computer for a friend, and I have always built amd systems, however, this is a pentium d dual core (e6400) and I put in my psu http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/ProductInfo.asp?WebProductID=132721

only to find that the psu has 20 pin on the mobo connecter and it requires 24 pin...
I don't currently have the parts with me, but do the new pentium D motherboards come with some sort of 20-24pin converter or anything?
Ordering another psu wouldn't be the end of the world, and if I do, then as long as it has pentium 4 support, should that be ok?
Also, if I just plug the 20 pin into the 24 pin connecter, will that lack power/blow up or something?

sorry about such a newb question, I am not usually like this, just I am so used to amd, you know how it is.

Any help is appreciated!
Thanks.
Rob.

 

[Cromewell]

The connectors are backwards compatible but you may have instability from running a 20pin instead of a 24pin. You can get adapters if you don't want another PSU.

 

[Bobo]

this is a pentium d dual core (e6400)

That is a Core 2 Duo, not a Pentium D. Big difference.

and I put in my psu http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/ProductInfo.asp?WebProductID=132721

Let's just say that it is a piece of crap. But anyway...http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/ProductInfo.asp?WebProductID=132721

only to find that the psu has 20 pin on the mobo connecter and it requires 24 pin...
I don't currently have the parts with me, but do the new pentium D motherboards come with some sort of 20-24pin converter or anything?
Ordering another psu wouldn't be the end of the world, and if I do, then as long as it has pentium 4 support, should that be ok?

Get an adapter, not a whole new PSU.

Also, if I just plug the 20 pin into the 24 pin connecter, will that lack power/blow up or something?

It will definitely not blow up. Just try it, it probably won't boot, but nothing bad will happen.

 

[Linderman]

Hello Rob:


First off: the ole 20pin vs 24 pin problem. Most computer parts distributors sell a 20 pin to 24 pin converter plug. Most all PSU's now either furnish an adapter of come equipped with whats often refered to as 20+4 which means the psu can connect to either the 20pin connector or add the extra four and be a 24 pin connector.

Now; on to that power supply you have linked. I personally would not even try to run a Pentium D processor off that unit. The "D" is a power hog supreme as well as the hottest processor I have had my hands on yet! they run normal at 62C ! when you run them harder that means more heat than that !

Now as the heat rises in the computer case the ability of the PSU to develop good clean power and wattage decreases, all electrical devices lose some considerable capability when heated up >>>>> even an electric drill doesnt have as much torque when it starts to get hot.

I would buy this supply to run with your rig

http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/ProductInfo.asp?WebProductID=331617

I know the cost when compared to the other one will make you gasp; but you have a very expensive rig built there, too much investment to take chances burning it up with a generic junker PSU.

when the amps fall below specs for a processor, the CPU is subjected to severe overheating.

At best the cheaper unit may run it, but not for long before it craps out. That generic psu will not take the heat generated by a "D"

good luck & another great PSU is the Tagan 550 watt if you can find one



EDIT ******* I just noticed you have the new intel conroe >>>> they dont run as hot as the "D" but I would defintely get a better PSU especially in light of what you must have paid fro that CPU and motherboard !

 

[[ULKER]]

It doesnt need a better PSU than 550W. I run my baby on ULTRA V-Series 500W :
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